The bill establishes a statewide offender registration system managed by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) to enhance compliance with the Kansas Offender Registration Act. It requires law enforcement agencies to utilize this system for registering offenders and ensures real-time notifications of offender relocations. Offenders will be charged a technology fee, not exceeding $10, at the time of registration, which will be deposited into the newly created Offender Registration Technology Fund for the system's development and maintenance. The bill also amends existing laws to clarify the registration process, including the requirement for courts to inform offenders of their registration duties at the time of conviction and the responsibilities of correctional and treatment facilities in notifying law enforcement about offenders.

Additionally, the bill modifies the registration requirements for offenders, stipulating that they must register within three business days of their release or relocation. It introduces specific payment requirements, including a $20 fee plus the technology fee, with exemptions for initial registration or updates unless they coincide with the offender's birthday month. The bill mandates that offenders surrender any out-of-state driver's licenses if they maintain a primary residence in Kansas, with exceptions for military personnel. It also repeals existing statutes K.S.A. 22-4904 and 22-4905, and will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 22-4904, 22-4905